The Best Winter Mittens of 2025

The Outdoor Research GORE-TEX Revolution Mitten ($89) is a fairly lightweight, waterproof, and insulated mitt that’s meant to be wearable all season from November to spring in mild and moderately cold climates. They’re kept at a price point that’s usually reserved for budget goods without cutting corners in the build.

Outdoor Research’s Pacific Northwest roots have supported their innovation of water-resistant gear. The Revolution fits that mold with a GORE-TEX 2-layer construction, which has a waterproof polyurethane palm. The medium-length gauntlet has a cinch closure that’s easy to operate, plus an elastic cinch around the wrist to help close up any air holes. While this longer collar is great for going over a jacket and, in some cases, can be stuffed into a wide jacket arm, there are better options for an undercuff mitt, like the Flylow Oven Mitt.

Landing squarely, the Revolution’s insulation is a middle-of-the-road amount meant to keep the mitts dextrous but still warm in most conditions. Our testing bore that out, with no cold nor overheating from stormy skies in the teens to sunny turns in the 30s. If you run cold or live in a super cold environment, like Vermont or Crested Butte in Colorado, there’s a handwarmer pocket to add some external warmth and keep the packet out of the main body.

We looked for ways OR was cutting corners on this glove to keep the cost reasonable. All we could find were the relatively cheap-feeling plastic buckle and cinch, which didn’t give us problems in testing but felt like they might not be in it for the long haul. Overall, the Revolution is a great performer at a solid price point.

We’re not surprised that the Give’r Frontier Mittens ($139) raised more than $1 million during its initial crowdfunding efforts after giving these mitts a go. The brand had already built a solid reputation for super-durable yet warm and weather-resistant gloves. Its expansion into mittens had fans stoked from the beginning. And with a size range of XS to 3XL, there are plenty of options for all types of hands.

From our Frontier Mitten early prototype testing to the brand’s 2.0 pair, these mitts proved wonderful from the get-go. They have the same burly leather build as the gloves, which means they can handle turns on the slopes or grabbing a log out of the campfire. Under that, five layers of insulation and a waterproof membrane keep hands cozy.

A few of our favorite garnishes include the elastic undercuff and the D-ring for the included wrist leashes. The exterior can also be customized with hand-branded initials. 

Since the burly Frontier Mittens use an all-cowhide exterior, there is a bit of a break-in period to be expected, as well as upkeep to maintain that supple texture. Waxing them every season with Sno Seal Beeswax Waterproofing is a surefire way to keep your leather from going waterlogged.

While these mittens carry sticker shock, they have several elements that set them apart, and if you’re really in love with mitts, you might be game to invest. When we first pulled on the Arc’teryx Sabre Mitten ($190), the oven-level warmth was apparent, and so was the articulated, lean-feeling design. This is certainly a stylish, attractive, functional pair that’s ideal for mid-winter temperature plummets rather than springtime laps.

One of the most notable details of the Sabre is the blend of the burly (and washable) goat leather, which coats the upper half of the hand. The leather transitions seamlessly into a rather lean textile called Fortius 1.0, which is a very strong, lightweight softshell that’s breathable. Rather than wearing a ribbed cuff like on the Give’r Frontier Mittens, which can feel annoying against the skin for some, or managing the extraneous synthetic fabric of a gauntlet, this mid-length cuff provides a more refined experience. The material is intended to relieve some of the heat near your wrist and all but eliminate cumbersome layers. As a low-profile cuff, it slides without effort into a jacket sleeve.

Inside the mitt, the insulation blends 100 g PrimaLoft Gold Eco insulation and 133 g PrimaLoft Silver insulation, which is plenty warm for 0-degree days, along with windproof leather around the fingers. You could go warmer — with the 170 g of PrimaLoft fill and 340-gram liner that’s in the Outdoor Research Alti II GORE-TEX Mitts — or less warm with the Burton Women’s GORE-TEX Under Mittens, which is a 2-layer synthetic outer with ThermacoreECO insulation.

This is a lot to pay for a mitten. What’s unique is the weight-to-warmth ratio, an extremely articulated fit, this particular combo of leather and synthetic fabric, and the slender under cuff that provides protection without the bulk. This mitt is also lined with GORE-TEX for superior weather resistance.

There are two discreet hang loops on each pinky edge. And the leash is super slender and removable. In streamlined fashion and for long-standing durability, the Sabre lacks a nose wipe — which we always encourage designers to add — for the sake of a supremely sleek pair. We’d recommend the Sabre to folks who need and love a very warm mitten, which they will wear the majority of winter.

Designed for mountaineering and high-elevation adventure, the Outdoor Research Alti II GORE-TEX Mitts ($209) prove warm even in the coldest conditions. While we’ve tested the newest version, the Alti was optimized for better dexterity — something we’re always looking for in a big, bulky mitt — back in 2022 and remains unchanged.

The leather palm provides plenty of grip, and the three-panel thumb construction allows for even better dexterity to grab gear. We like the longer cuff for its all-around sturdy construction, which kept snow from sneaking in. Aimed at the shivering hands of high-altitude mountaineers, these mitts do command a higher price, but we’d pay it every time to receive the warmth these mittens pump out. If you are looking for the warmest mitts out there and have access to an outlet, you could also opt for a battery-powered heated pair like the Volt Heat 7V Heated Mitts.

Perhaps best of all is the thumb insulation that keeps the secluded digit warm all day long. These mitts boast 170 grams of PrimaLoft Gold on the backside of the exterior mitt and integrate two layers into the inner mitt. Both the outer and inner polyester fleece mitts have 312 grams of insulation on the palm.

This synthetic insulation not only repels water but also dries quickly if it does get wet. This is key for staying warm all day. And if you get too warm, simply remove the liner. We’re in our fifth or so year using some version of the Alti II GORE-TEX Mitts, and they’re still going strong.

Fortunately, we snagged a pair of The North Face Montana GORE-TEX Mitts ($150) during the Arctic apex of winter. This premium build kept our hands warm in negative temps, freezing blasts, and extra-cold snow throughout the western U.S. and Canada, from frontcountry laps to the backcountry.

Exposed to the elements, we wore these mitts while standing on deck for backcountry lines at Baldface Valhalla in British Columbia. While not generating core heat, we were concerned our hands would bear the brunt, but these mitts exceeded our expectations. They never wetted out nor drooped in performance, thanks to the GORE-TEX waterproof insert and PFC-free DWR coat that surrounds the malleable leather.

After a full day of cat skiing — totaling 11K vertical and 20 miles — these mitts remained on our hands while tasking at our backcountry base camp throughout the blustery night spent outdoors and went straight on for day two of shredding.

Setting this design apart, these mitts are roomy enough for moving your digits, yet the attributes are streamlined for ultimate ease and functionality. Each cuff has a slender pull tab that’s wide enough to fit multiple fingers, making the loop easy to hold with or without gloves on: pulling these mitts on our hands is a breeze, and the gauntlets aren’t cumbersome — we have yet to find another pair that competes with this basic detail.

The elastic leashes are simple, comfortable, and gentle to pull around each wrist. A basic yet strong snap secures the pair, so we could easily toss them together into our ski pack or mountaineering tent. Otherwise, there are carabiner loops near the top of the index finger, where the mitt is ergonomically curved for a better fit.

With the verdict already in, we were relieved to have the Montana mitts riding back-to-back pow days in -10 to 0 degrees at Big Sky Resort in the muff’s namesake state. The Montana mitts are built with 300 g of insulation on the back of the hand and another 150 g in the palm, which felt like an ample amount while lapping moguls and groomers at Canada’s Whitewater Ski Resort and RED Mountain Ski Resort in the West Kootenay region.

Our hands equally appreciated the super-soft fleece liner and the generous nose wipe on each thumb, which went to good use in the frigid conditions. If you are looking for a high-quality leather mitt that’s easier to pull on, don’t overlook this Montana as your new ice-loving copilot.

Heated gloves or mittens can cost upward of $300 — but not these. The Volt Heat 7V Heated Mitts ($130) are fully decked out like many other mitts on this list but at half the price.

You’ll find a nylon shell, leather palm, and waterproof breathable membrane. In terms of the heating element, the Volt mitts have ultra-thin stainless steel heating wires bonded into the fabric to heat across the back and palm of your hand.

The system, which heats up to more than 150 degrees, has a built-in microprocessor for heat control and is powered by a 7V portable battery. Volt says it lasts for two hours on the highest setting and up to at least 8 hours on low. Now, if you don’t have access to an outlet to boost the battery, we’d suggest opting for the traditional Outdoor Research Alti II GORE-TEX Mitts.

While they are cheap compared to many other heated options, these 7V Heated Mitts are still a pretty penny compared to other mitts in our testing. But for those who might suffer from Raynaud’s or just dang cold hands, having a little extra juice can make the difference.

We’ll admit, these aren’t for the coldest of temps, but if you’re looking for a lightweight mitt that can perform, check out the Salomon Fast Wing Winter ($55). Senior Editor Morgan Tilton always has a pair on hand for high-output winter activities like running, cardio, and hiking. The Fast Wings are a lightweight and versatile design.

Technically, the Fast Wing is a glove. But the attached DWR-treated windproof, water-resistant mitt cover is a nice addition that helps retain warmth, block wind, and keep hands dry in rainy, wet, or snowy weather.

The glove has Salomon’s AdvancedSkin Warm tech, which reflects warmth back to your body and works to retain heat, plus an extended cuff and touchscreen finger pads. All that and these mitts weigh less than two ounces.

If you want lightweight hand protection, the Fast Wing Winter is a solid option. These puppies are perfect for breaking the wind of your fingers while adding protection against low digits temps and working up a sweat outside.

BAÏST gloves launched in 2017 with the tagline “Born in Vermont. Built for Everest.” We found that the Baist Everyday Mitt ($145) certainly lived up to this brand mantra. Though we weren’t able to summit Everest, New Hampshire-based tester Matt Hart did spend considerable time climbing and skiing off the summit of Mount Washington with the Everyday Mitt, and he was thoroughly impressed. Namely, this mitt has some of the most durable construction out of all of our faves: It’s the only leather-Cordura combo, and we are stoked to see the blend.

As mentioned, the exterior is made of high-quality waterproof goat leather and tough Cordura. High-wear areas are reinforced, making the Everyday Mitt feel like one you can ski powder and stack wood with. Overall, the build quality was the first thing we noticed about this mitt. It is hand-crafted and double-stitched with meticulous attention to detail.

The soft, comfortable interior is insulated by a special blend of Thinsulate and Thermolite, which is rated from -5°F to 45°F. While our hands raved about the comfort, we felt that the temperature rating was a bit inflated and that this mitten worked better around 10 degrees.

But with the layered liner system that Baist developed, you could always add the Skin Liner ($50) for additional warmth, which has touchscreen compatibility that we appreciate. Skier Ace Jonas founded the company when he couldn’t find a mitten that kept his hands warm while living in the Northeast and suffering from the circulatory syndrome Raynaud’s. So the customization and option to add warmth sets this mitten apart.

And we found that the mitt’s neoprene cuff and adjustable Velcro helped keep the heat in and the snow out. Another nice touch: The included mini carabiner clip and reinforced loops connect the two mitts, plus the hang loops toward the finger-ends for hanging, cuff side down, at the end of the day.

While adding on an additional liner and wrist leash (sold separately) bumps up the price of an already pricier mitten, you get a tenacious package that will hopefully last many back-to-back seasons and go with you from the ski hill to sledding to stacking wood.

If you want to spend less, check out the Flylow Oven Mitt for one-third the cost: You’ll see wear and tear much faster, there’s no hang loop, and the design is water resistant versus waterproof. But for moderate climates and casual resort skiers, the Flylow Oven does fine: Not everyone needs to be dressed for Everest conditions.

While these leather ski mittens require a little care, they’ll also last for years. The Flylow Oven Mitt ($55) performs well in frigid temps and is durable and, of course, toasty warm. Knowing the history of the brand, the products meet the mark. Colorado-grown co-founders Dan Abrams and Greg Steen launched the apparel brand in 2005, determined to make backcountry ski pants, and their passion expanded into other pieces of outerwear.

Made with pigskin leather, the end of the mitt is attached to a narrow nylon cuff that easily slides into the arm of a ski jacket — no more struggling to stuff the collar into the jacket or vice versa. Inside, the mitt is lined with a polyester material.

For warmth, the Oven is stuffed with Greenloft insulation: 100 g throughout the palm and another 200 grams across the back. Greenloft is Flylow’s proprietary lightweight, packable, and synthetic insulation made from 100% recycled polyester. We love the quality of these gloves for the price point. Really, if you want something for cold days — whether hiking, skiing, or working — out in the snow and don’t want to spend a fortune, these mitts will get the job done.

Our only downside? During testing, we noticed that the pigment in the leather wasn’t quite as fixed as we would have liked, and smudges happened. But we also like that the Oven Mitt is treated with a PFAS-free DWR for health-friendly water resistance that helps moisture bead off the surface.

Launched for the winter of 2024/2025, the new Outdoor Research Snowcrew Leather Mitt ($90) was the best-looking of the bunch we tested with a clean, unique, and sleek style, especially in the lighter oyster or neptune color schemes. These mitts performed best on days when we skied at the resorts. 

Hammering down a durable cow leather and 70-denier woven nylon construction, the Snowcrew has premium insulation — 200 g on the back and 133 g on the palm — that kept gear tester and skier Matt Hart warm on icy chairlift rides in New Hampshire.

An isolated thumb can often be a weak point in mittens, but this four-panel thumb construction ensured that the solo digit was toasty. Plus, the screen compatible thumb helped us operate our phone on the hill, staying in touch with ski partners. We also appreciate the soft nose wipe.

With a clear focus on superior, thoughtful construction, the rib knit cuff fit great. We could get in and out of these mitts with ease. But because it’s a short cuff, you’ll give up some warmth and protection from the elements. A tiny, integrated glove clip adds convenience and will keep your mitts together, so you aren’t hunting through your bag for a stray. 

The perforated back panel provides as much breathability as you’ll see in a winter mitten, which was nice on spring afternoons when the sun was out and temperatures were higher. For a stylish mitt, this pair performed well due to the superior materials that Outdoor Research chose for this innovative design. We found that the new Snowcrew Leather Mitts are a perfect go-to for daily lift-served adventures. 

This fit’s for the ladies. And finally, our fingers aren’t swimming in our mitts. And on days when we were nervous about low temps, we grabbed this toasty pair. We thoroughly enjoyed how protective the Dakine Women’s Galaxy GORE-TEX Mitt ($115) functioned throughout freezing laps and lift rides at the ski area. 

The Galaxy is essentially the same build as our former Dakine favorite, the Baron, except it’s loaded with GORE-TEX’s newest innovation, an ePE waterproof liner that’s constructed without introducing toxic PFCs throughout the process. Plus, it comes in at $15 less, so you can grab a couple of lattes at the ski hill.

Alternatively, using these mitts in the 25- to 32-degree range on a sunny, non-windy day made our palms sweat by the close of a cardio run. They’re excellent for days that drop to the 10- to 20-degree range. We found that once there’s gnarly windchill, and the temps drop further, these hand ovens reach their limit. 

If you need a slightly lighter, less insulated, and more malleable mitt, grab the Burton Women’s GORE-TEX Under Mittens, which includes optional five-finger liners to help beef up the two-layer synthetic cover.

We’re pumped on the durability of this glove, nodding to the goat leather that’s wrapped across the fingertips, top of the hand, and entire palm. That palm is treated with PFC-free DWR for extra shielding power. The Galaxy looks sharp, too. A flat-noodle wide, removable elastic wrist leash is included, which we appreciate, and it’s easy to use.

The exterior is super strong, and we noticed no wear and tear after a full season, even with metal edge grabs — but there’s no soft nose wipe. We miss having an impromptu tissue. For ease, an itsy buckle snaps the two mitts together during foot travel. 

The interior wool-blend liner is extremely soft. And we like the cuff length — it’s not too tall nor too short yet streamlined, so it easily fits under every jacket’s cuff. The wrist is built with a cinch to maintain that articulated clasp, so the pull-tab is warranted to get these puppies on. 

While these mitts are rather fitted, and the silhouette is dialed for the average woman’s hand shape, they (still) don’t offer as much dexterity as gloves per the normal tradeoff. But when warmth is the preference, grab the Galaxy. Ultimately, these toasty, tenacious finger-huggers are worth that slightly higher price tag. 

While many mittens on the market aim to be bulky and overstuffed with insulation, the Stio Hardscrabble Insulated Mitt ($159) are sleek and relatively thin. These low-profile cow-belly-leather insulated mittens launched in 2023 and remain unchanged for 2024. Stio is based in Jackson, Wyo., a ski town where the average lows in January hover around 5 degrees: So, this mitt is built for really cold temps.

We wore the Hardscrabble while skiing in fierce winds and walking around town in a blizzard. And we never needed a bulkier mitt. They weigh very little and easily fit into a back pocket. But the 100 grams of integrated PrimaLoft Gold Eco insulation, made 100% from recycled polyester, is plenty warm for cold winter conditions. Combined with the leather, the palm is made of Nubuck and suede.

Inside, the dividers between each finger are soft and cozy, combining the feel of a glove with the contained warmth of a mitten. That liner is also made with a merino wool blend, which helps prevent odors from building up.

Supple leather covers the entire exterior, while an extra thick patch adds durability to the palm, which is perfectly placed for gripping ski poles. The cuffs are relatively short — so they aren’t ideal for skiing deep powder — but they fit nicely underneath most jacket sleeves. On the exterior, the Hardscrabble is also treated with a PFAS-free DWR finish for water resistance.

We love that this mitt is svelte yet offers just enough warmth and is stylish, too. Not to mention, we can actually slide the gauntlet quickly beneath our jacket cuff. For multiple seasons, we’ve found the well-made Burton Women’s GORE-TEX Under Mittens ($85) to be one of our faves with a quick-drying five-finger glove liner that we can pull on beneath the GORE-TEX shell that barricades the elements. For the guys, there’s the Men’s Burton GORE-TEX Under Mittens ($85).

With a unique touch compared to other design, both palms and interior thumbs have a durable and touchscreen-compatible material that feels like faux leather, but it’s not a super-functional placement for operating a phone screen. But the slender glove liners are included with touchscreen compatibility in each forefinger, which we love.

While snowboarding at the resort, these mittens withstood 15-degree weather with windchill, light snow, and sunnier windows in the 30s. The design provided warmth without bulk, allowing hand control when tinkering with our bindings.

The thumbs are generously covered with a smooth polyester nose-wipe panel, which our face appreciated on cold powder days. But if you need an even toastier, more durable pair, snag the Dakine Women’s Galaxy GORE-TEX Mitt, which are full leather and provide more warmth than this Under Mitten.

Each upper face on the Women’s GORE-TEX Under Mittens has a diagonal zipper and pocket, which we opened to drop heat or to slide in hand warmers on freezing days. One caveat: The liner’s wrist seams are not flexible making them tough to get on and off.

If you struggle with chilly fingers, take a look at the Gordini Women’s Polar Mitts ($120), which are basically a down jacket for your hands. They’re packed with 700-fill power DownTek, a water-resistant and eco-friendly down insulation that funnels a lot of heat. When combined with the cozy and soft, high-pile fleece interior, the Polar Mitts did a great job of keeping our frigid digits warm.

Gear tester and skier Heather Balogh Rochfort wore them during one blustery day of skiing at Aspen Highlands in Colorado, where daytime temperatures plummeted into the mid-teens. Even though she routinely struggles with numb fingers thanks to Reynaud’s Syndrome, her hands were passably warm — which is about as high of praise as her circulation allows for.

The goatskin palm and trim are soft and supple but flexible, increasing the dexterity of these mittens. Thanks to the high fill power of the down, the Polar Mitts offer a lot of warmth but aren’t bulky. We had zero issues gripping a ski pole while wearing them, which is a problem we’ve experienced with other mittens with this level of warmth.

A pull-tab wrist strap cinches the gloves around your wrist, and a second pull-tab secures the bungee enclosure on the gauntlet cuffs. Tradeoff: The gauntlet cuffs reach high up your sleeve to keep snow out, but they run narrow and we struggled to fit them over jacket sleeves.

While wearing a wristwatch beneath, it was almost impossible. Balogh Rochfort had to actually ask her husband to help yank the second mitten on. But if you’re a diehard lover of gauntlet mittens, these are worth a look.

Designed for long, hard days of exposure to extreme cold, the Marmot Expedition Mitts ($120) quickly became a trusted and essential piece in our backcountry ski pack. True to their claims, we overheated on the uphill before changing into spring gloves. But that isn’t where this mitt is supposed to shine.

On summits with -3 degrees windchill, we were happy to pull on these Marmot Mitts as quickly as possible: the insulation provided immediate relief, and the exterior blocked wind. Our digits felt fully protected on the descent without overheating.

The liner — made with DriClime Bi-component — helped wick moisture away while the PrimaLoft Gold synthetic insulation kept us toasty. But this mitt isn’t overstuffed. We were pleasantly surprised with the available grip that we could feel, especially when grabbing our whippet as we skied down Tuckerman Ravine on Mt. Washington’s southeast face in New Hampshire’s White Mountains.

A brilliantly designed gauntlet drawcord makes it easy to get in and out of these mitts while assuring the snow stays outside the mitt. That said, this silhouette didn’t fit our hands particularly well, and the extra space around our hands and fingers lowered our dexterity rating. 

Ultimately, the Expedition Mitts now have a permanent place in our ski pack and are our go-to gauntlet pair for when the windchill ratchets up, and the temps drop.

Between the high-quality materials and the extra features, like a nose wipe and long wrist leashes, the Picture Women’s Anna Mitts ($89) do not disappoint. Worn in high winds and low temps, the mitts can withstand the strong elements of a powder day. Plus, these puppies are built with the brand’s Circular Polyester, an innovative textile process that launched in the 2023 winter apparel.

The blend contains 40% post-consumer used garments and 60% pre-consumer fabric pulled from factory cutting scraps — this is the only brand we know pulling from waste piles to make a close-loop process. The men’s version is the Picture Ancon Mittens ($80).

Where the mitts stood out the most is their warmth and comfort. The insulation comes in at 220 g including 120 g of polar fleece inside. The lining is an extremely soft, warm sherpa fleece with five-finger separations to keep your hands from being too sweaty. While the Burton Women’s GORE-TEX Under Mittens offer a similar fit and thermal power, the Anna has integrated dividers for your digits, while the Burton Under includes separate five-finger liners. The gauntlet is slightly more splayed and longer on the Anna.

There’s also 400 g of sherpa fleece lining in the small gauntlet, which fit easily under large coat cuffs. That said, the circumference is a bit too narrow to slide over a jacket.

The outer is coupled with a 20K/20K waterproof, breathable membrane for the wettest, flurriest zones, which helps keep hands dry no matter how much snow is falling. We found that the Anna Mitts were grippy enough with their goat leather palm but were not touchscreen compatible. Pop these on for your coldest of days on the slopes to stay warm, dexterous, and feeling good.